Awabi
noun
Japanese term for abalone
Usage Note
cooking
Historical Examples
The great pearl and shell of the awabi were placed in the temple, and the body was reverently buried.
Myths & Legends of Japan F. Hadland (Frederick Hadland) Davis
Utamaro’s most famous works, particularly the “awabi Shell-Divers” triptych, have been reprinted fairly well.
Chats on Japanese Prints Arthur Davison Ficke
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